Tag Archives: landscape

The Light Within

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Delta Lake State Park

Another drama filled sunset, another trip to Delta Lake to see the show. The day was cooler than it has been and the evening wasn’t going to be any better. At least the clouds passing through the area provided some interest in the sky at sunset. It was a good time to visit Delta Lake.

I almost had the beach area to myself. There was only one family and we managed to maintain our social distancing without any issues. I found a spot where the water barely breached a small sand bar and it created a great opportunity for a reflection. Probably wouldn’t be one of my sunsets without that reflection… 🙂

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; The Light Within

The Light Within
Olympus E-M1 Mark II, M. Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8, 1/200s, 17mm, f/11, ISO 200

 

Trail Signs

Posted by Mike on

Mohawk River Trail

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; Dip

Dip
Olympus E-M1 Mark II, M. Zuiko 60mm f/2.8 Macro, 1/125s, f/5.6, ISO 200

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; ONEI 114

ONEI 114
Olympus E-M1 Mark II, M. Zuiko 60mm f/2.8 Macro, 1/50s, f/9, ISO 200

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; Bridge Ahead

Bridge Ahead
Olympus E-M1 Mark II, M. Zuiko 60mm f/2.8 Macro, 1/320s, f/5.6, ISO 200

Bellamy at Both Ends

Posted by Mike on

Bellamy Harbor Park

Yesterday was supposed to be my trip to Ithaca, NY to explore a few of my favorite state parks. Luckily, before I headed out on my adventure I checked the state park website for each park and realized most of my favorite trails were closed. Taughannock Falls trails were open but I didn’t want to spend the two hour drive for only one park. I will be patient and wait until I can make a day of it in Ithaca.

With the change in my plans I quickly ran down to Bellamy Harbor Park for the sunrise… totally worth it! The trees are showing more of their green each day and the few clouds from the approaching rain caught the morning colors perfectly. I wish the water was a little smoother but at least the center caught the reflection of the Mill St. bridge.

Apparently my luck was not to improve. My grand plan for the sunset was to return to the Utica Marsh. I knew my normal trail into the area has been neglected over the years but I thought I had another way in. I failed to notice the bridge I planned to use had been blocked off by the city of Utica. I still think there is a way but last night I didn’t want to waste the sunset searching.

I drove back to Rome and parked at Bellamy Harbor Park figuring I could bookend my day at a familiar location. Mother Nature did not disappoint, she put on quite a show before sunset. I crossed the Mill St. bridge and captured the sunset from across the canal. The water was very smooth and the reflection of the clouds totally highlights Bellamy Harbor Park. I’d say my earlier misfortune was erased by this sunset…

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; G'morning Bellamy

G’morning Bellamy
Olympus E-M1 Mark II , M. Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8, 0.6s, 31mm, f/11, ISO 200

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; Highlighting Bellamy

Highlighting Bellamy
Olympus E-M1 Mark II , M. Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8, 1/160s, 12mm, f/11, ISO 200

Along the Shore

Posted by Mike on

Delta Lake State Park

I eventually did make my way to the lake the other day. Although I explored the area near the entrance and was able to capture a good balance between the light and dark, I had plenty of time to see what else the park could offer me. Due to the weather there were more people than I would have liked and it becomes a challenge to explore while not running into people in unexpected places. It is usually a safe option to walk the shore below the upper area overlook. I really liked the golden glow on these rocks and trees…

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; Along the Shore

Along the Shore
Olympus E-M1 Mark II, M. Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8, 1/30s, 12mm, f/11, ISO 100

 

Delta Light

Posted by Mike on

Delta Lake State Park

Yesterday was a beautiful day in the Mohawk Valley. I broke up the work-from-home routine by walking around the block at lunch. It was exactly what I needed after sitting at the desk all morning. In the evening I drove up to Delta Lake for the sunset. I was not going to let the day end with me sitting on the couch.

Driving into the park I couldn’t help but admire the wonderful light hitting the trees lining the body of water near the entrance. I was not going to let that light get away. I pulled the car into the main office parking area and assembled my team… the 12-40mm lens, the circular polarizer and my Giottos tripod.

I started at the most obvious location. It provided a great wide view of the trees and of course a beautiful reflection. It is the same view I captured last October that has become my favorite autumn image. After capturing last night’s view I didn’t feel I could leave the area without exploring more angles. I was especially interested in seeing how I could capture the difference between the light and the dark sections of trees. I’ll let you be the judge of how I did…

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; Delta Light I

Delta Light I
Olympus E-M1 Mark II, M. Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8, 1/15s, 16mm, f/11, ISO 100

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; Delta Light II

Delta Light II
Olympus E-M1 Mark II, M. Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8, 1/25s, 12mm, f/11, ISO 100

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; Delta Light III

Delta Light III
Olympus E-M1 Mark II, M. Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8, 1/20s, 25mm, f/11, ISO 100

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; Delta Light IV

Delta Light IV
Olympus E-M1 Mark II, M. Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8, 1/8s, 12mm, f/11, ISO 100

Oriskany Creek

Posted by Mike on

Oriskany Creek near spillway

As I worked my way down memory lane on Sunday I found myself at the spillway on Oriskany Creek. When I worked in Whitesboro I would pass this area twice a day. As I was learning about photography this area allowed me to practice and experiment. Working in Syracuse has reduced my exposure to this scene and I suppose I let myself forget about it. With a view like this though, I need to make the effort to return…

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; Oriskany Creek

Oriskany Creek
Olympus E-M1 Mark II, M. Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8, 1/60s, 12mm, f/11, ISO 200

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; Spillway

Spillway
Olympus E-M1 Mark II, M. Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8, 0.4s, 21mm, f/16, ISO 200

Mohawk River Trail

Posted by Mike on

Rome, NY

Another location on my list for re-visiting was the Mohawk River Trail through Rome, NY. I live within walking distance of the trail and have visited it less than when I had to drive to get to it. Right after lunch on Sunday I switched to my 17mm prime lens and headed out for a walk along the trail. The trees are beginning to get their leaves and I was hoping the sunshine would help highlight the color. I ended up exploring a good portion of the trail and when I finally returned home I had walked 4.5 miles. It was a good day…

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; Green Along the Mohawk

Green Along the Mohawk
Olympus E-M1 Mark II, M. Zuiko 17mm f/1.8, 1/500s, f/11, ISO 200

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; Leaning

Leaning
Olympus E-M1 Mark II, M. Zuiko 17mm f/1.8, 1/100s, f/11, ISO 200

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; Around the Corner

Around the Corner
Olympus E-M1 Mark II, M. Zuiko 17mm f/1.8, 1/100s, f/11, ISO 200

  

MLCreations Photography: Blog Post Related &emdash; Archway

Archway
Olympus E-M1 Mark II, M. Zuiko 17mm f/1.8, 1/250s, f/8, ISO 200